N.Y. Lottery: NYC winner claims $1M in scratch-off game as lump sum; 3 top prizes remain

A $1 million prize has been claimed by a New York City lottery player in a scratch-off game.

The winner of the $1,000,000 Cashword Bonus scratch-off game from the New York Lottery is Sandra Velez of the Bronx. The ticket was bought at Middletown’s 211 Pitt Stop, which is situated at 700 Route 211 East.

According to officials, Velez chose to accept a one-time lump sum payment of $446,935 following the necessary withholdings.

Three top prizes are still up for grabs in this scratch-off game as of this writing.

By downloading the Game Report from nylottery.ny.gov, players can find out the current status of any scratch-off game in the New York Lottery.

This game costs $10 per ticket. In order to play and win prizes, you must scratch your letters in the crossword.

$1 million is the highest prize. According to the New York Lottery, the odds of winning this top reward are 1 in 4.55 million.

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With $3.8 billion donated to New York State public schools in fiscal year 2023–2024, the New York Lottery remains the biggest and most lucrative lottery in North America.

If you or someone you know is addicted to gambling in New York, you can get assistance by texting HOPENY (467369) or contacting the State’s confidential, toll-free HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY (1-877-846-7369).

Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit 1800gambler.net for additional information if you or a loved one has any questions or needs to speak with a specialist about gambling.

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